Mclaren 650S Le Mans

MCLAREN 650S LE MANS MCLAREN 650S LE MANS THE MCLAREN 650S LE MANS IS A LIMITED EDITION MODEL LAUNCHED TO CELEBRATE THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF MCLAREN’S VICTORY AT THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS WITH THE F1 GTR. Only 50 examples were manufactured, 49 finished in metallic Sarthe Grey inspired by the livery of the Le Mans race-winning McLaren F1 GTR and only 1, this car #5474, in Harrods Yellow an homage to the 3rd place Harrods F1GTR. Designed by MSO in consultation with Peter Stevens, the designer of the iconic McLaren F1, the McLaren 650S Le Mans takes a number of details from the 1995 race-winner, most notably the roof-mounted ‘snorkel’ air intake. This fully-integrated ‘snorkel’ channels increased airflow to the familiar McLaren 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 engine, whilst also providing enhanced aural drama within the cabin. The unique ‘Le Mans Edition’ lightweight wheels, 19 inch at the front, 20 inch at the rear, are styled after the motorsport rims fitted to the 1995 GTR racers. These wear the McLaren developed Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres and house carbon ceramic brakes. The front wings feature subtle louvres to reduce pressure over the front wheels increasing downforce. Commenting on the McLaren 650S Le Mans, Stevens says: “With a mix mounted air intake. It is a fantastic homage to that original design, and to of subtle design traits, the 650S Le Mans echoes the iconic lines of the the incredible race result achieved by the team in 1995 at one of the most McLaren F1 and uses features such as the wing louvres and the roof- difficult, and most challenging races in the world the Le Mans 24 Heures.” The McLaren 650S is an evolution of the previous model The carbon-fibre monocoque, which uses aluminium and notably uses updates from the exotic McLaren P1 subframes front and rear, weighs 75 kg (165 lb) and is to make the car more responsive and focused. The 650 manufactured by CarboTech an aerospace contractor. refers to the engine’s power output in Pferdestärke, the McLaren’s ProActive Chassis Control (PCC), a derivative European standard for horsepower and the S as usual of McLaren’s F1 active suspension system is fitted, this means Sport. hydraulically links the dampers left and right of the car as SPECIFICATION POWERTRAIN Engine M838T Engine capacity (cc) 3,799 Format 90° V8 Technology Twin turbo, dry sump Valvetrain 32 valve, DOHC, VVT Max rpm 8,500 Power 650 PS (641 bhp) (478 kW) @ 7,250 rpm Torque 678 Nm (500 lb ft) @ 6,000 rpm (95% @ 3000-7000 rpm) Transmission 7- speed Seamless Shift dual clutch Gearbox (SSG) CHASSIS Suspension Type ProActive Chassis Control Differential Open differential with Brake Steer Driver Aids ABS, Traction control, ESC, Launch control Wheel Size 8.5” x 19” / 11” x 20” (F/R) Tyres Pirelli P Zero Corsa 235/35 R19 / 305/30 R20 (F/R) PERFORMANCE Maximum Speed 333 kph (207 mph) 0-60 mph 2.9 s 0-124 mph 8.4 s EFFICIENCY Fuel Consumption (combined) 24.2 mpg (11.7 l/100 km) CO2 275 g/km well as front & rear. Hydraulic pressure is gathered in a The McLaren 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 engine has been central accumulator controlled by gas pressure and each redesigned for the 650S and now has an 8,500rpm red- damper’s compression is linked to the opposite damper’s line with new pistons, new valves, recalibrated camshaft rebound. The overall stiffness of the suspension can also timing, improved cylinder heads and a new be adjusted for different driving conditions. exhaust system which allied to a new ECU improves A new front splitter, redesigned wing blades and a engine response and also reduces weight. This is mated new rear diffuser based on the GT3 race car increase to the proven 7 speed dual clutch transmission but this downforce by 24% and the air brake is now controlled by has been recalibrated for faster shifts. the onboard computer. McLaren 650S Le Mans #5474 is trimmed in Alcantara & leather with carbon fibre interior and sports seats and the infotainment system is based on the P1 unit. Extras include: • Solar Yellow finish • Carbon Splitter • Tyre pressure monitoring system • Parking sensors • Carbon rear bumper • Tracking system • Stealth pack • Carbon black Alcantara • MSO Carbon diffuser steering wheel Showroom: +44 (0)20 7823 2599 e-mail [email protected] www.taylorandcrawley.com The Bunker, The Courtyard, Harrowby Court, Harrowby Street, London W1H 5FA.

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